Stormers on guard against bogey Ospreys

Coach John Dobson insists the Stormers won’t be lulled into complacency with the Ospreys looming, despite last week’s Leinster demolition. The Cape side play their second consecutive home game on Friday after a statement 35-0 win over the defending champions, but it’s...

Pieterse: Lions must cut out errors

Lions forwards coach Barend Pieterse says discipline and defence will be decisive against Zebre Parma on Sunday in round two of the Vodacom URC. The Lions head to Italy after a disappointing 33-20 loss to Cardiff, where unforced errors and defensive lapses cost them...

Los Pumas change seven for Bok rematch

Argentina coach Felipe Contepomi has rung the changes for Saturday’s Rugby Championship clash against the Springboks at Twickenham. Up front, Guido Petti replaces Franco Molina in the second row, while Pedro Rubiolo comes in for Lucas Paulos. Santiago Grondona starts...
Dewies starts in milestone match

Dewies starts in milestone match

Scrumhalf Dewaldt Duvenage will start in his 100th match for the Stormers as they host the Ospreys on Friday night. Coach John Dobson has made minimal changes to the match 23 that demolished defending champions Leinster 35-0 in round one. Duvenhage replaces Stef...

Jean: Bok evolution could create friction

Jean de Villiers says the Springboks’ changing of the guard could threaten the team culture if not managed carefully. Rassie Erasmus has been steadily rotating his squad since the 2023 World Cup triumph, introducing a new wave of youngsters while managing the twilight...